Soft Pumpkin Cookies - Delicious and Easy Fall Treat

Enjoy the flavors of fall with these soft and delectable pumpkin cookies. Made with the perfect blend of pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are a delightful treat for your taste buds. With a soft and chewy texture, they are the ideal autumn dessert or snack. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or simply craving a seasonal indulgence, these soft pumpkin cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, if using.
7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve and enjoy!

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